Resistance by Design

Herwave Scarf
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Maker

Resistance by Design, design label
Alexandra Posen (b. 1972 in New York), co-founder
Dahna Goldstein (b. 1973 in Montreal, Canada), co-founder

Title

Herwave Scarf

Year

2020

Medium

Materials/Techniques

Techniques

Dimensions

L: 118.1 cm (46 1/2 inches)

Credit / Object Number

Credit

Gift of the artist

Object Number

2024.53.1

Type

Exhibition History

Art and Design from 1900 to Now
Jun 04, 2022 – Dec 01, 2030

Label copy

Printed in shades of gray, green, and blue, this translucent silk scarf features portraits of the more than 200 women who ran for Congress in 2020 on the Democratic ticket. 

“Activism and Art seem to be the only antidote to these crazy times,” explains artist Alexandra Posen. Posen found that as she drew each portrait, she experienced feelings of strength, inclusivity, and compassion. The scarf extends a similar wave of hope and empowerment to its viewers and wearers.

–Chhavi Jain, curatorial research associate, costume and textiles

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Resistance by Design, design label
Alexandra Posen (b. 1972 in New York), co-founder
Dahna Goldstein (b. 1973 in Montreal, Canada), co-founder
Herwave Scarf, 2020
Printed silk chiffon
L: 118.1 cm (46 1/2 inches)
Gift of the artist 2024.53.1

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